Health
Powerful potato
What is no more than an inconspicuous tuber for others, which occasionally ends up as a side dish on the plate, is for some a plant that has great healing powers, an universal genius. Delicious […]
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Herbs
Perilla – characteristics, cultivation and use
Perilla, also commonly known as shiso, is an often cultivated spice herb in Asia and indispensable in Japanese cooking. The herb is not only useful in the kitchen, but also as a medicinal herb. Profile […]
Herbs
Field marigold – characteristics, cultivation and use
The field Marigold is the wild and little sister of the well-known marigold. As of June, it dips some warm corners (such as vineyards) in bright yellow-orange. Their small flowers are an excellent healing agent. […]
Herbs
Lemon verbena – characteristics, cultivation and use
The lemon verbena, which is also known as lemon beebrush, impresses with its lemon-like fragrance. The delicious aroma of lemon verbena is used today in many recipes. Also, as a medicinal plant, the herb is […]
Herbs
Rue – characteristics, cultivation and use
The rue is a perennial plant from the Mediterranean region. It loves sandy, calcareous soils and lots of sun. Already in ancient times knew the rue good. It was a typical spice of ancient Roman […]
Herbs
Mugwort – characteristics, cultivation and use
Mugwort is a rather inconspicuous herb that can be found on many roadsides and on brownfields. Despite its inconspicuousness, mugwort is known as a medicinal herb as well as a spice for numerous dishes. Many […]
Herbs
Chervil – characteristics, cultivation and use
Chervil is a culinary herb that is often grown in gardens. Its fine-grained leaves taste like a mixture of parsley and anise. Besides its fine aroma, the herb also has a certain healing effect. It […]
Herbs
Meadowsweet – characteristics, cultivation, use and curative effects
Meadowsweet was already known to healers and druids in antiquity. The ancient Germanic peoples used the herb to spice up their well-known mead (met / honey wine) with it. This probably explains the actual name […]
Herbs
Peppermint – characteristics, cultivation, care and use
Peppermint is probably one of the most famous herbs. No wonder, as their unmistakable aroma is indispensable for many foods, sweets and drinks. Also as a medicinal herb, the plant has a great importance. Peppermint […]